Is the 2009 Audi A3 recalled?

NHTSA lists 3 safety recall(s) for the 2009 Audi A3. Confirm your specific vehicle with the NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or a dealer.

2009 Audi A3 recalls

3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

3recalls on file

3with a remedy available

0do-not-drive / park-outside

Jan 2018latest recall

Air bags 2Brakes & stability 1

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This list covers the model year as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

All recalls

18V082000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallUpon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.Air bagsFree replacement163KunitsJan 2018

16V913000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Electronic Stability Control (esc) recallThe Antilock Brake System (ABS) control unit may fail during ABS or Electronic Stability Control (ESC) activation, possibly…Brakes & stabilityFree software update136KunitsDec 2016

16V079000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallUpon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.Air bagsFree replacement152KunitsFeb 2016